It's the next day and Y/n is currently in his appartement, trying to make himself some breakfest. He looks through the fridge only to find some milk, a few apples, strawberries and bananas. A sceptical expression plasters his face as he takes the ingridients out and cut the fruits into pieces. The young man is looking after himself as good as he can, so healthy food is a good start in the morning.

Y/n:" Man, tonight is gonna be wild. Not only do I play on a bigger stage, but there will be more people, so there will be more questions."

He smiled as he mixed the fruits together with milk and flour to make some kind of pancakes for himself. The batter easily slides into the heated pan as he whistles a tune to himself. It's nothing too crazy yet, so maybe his vocal warm-up doesn't have to wait much longer. Yes, he has a home studio for himself and sometimes a few friends who want to record some ideas they have for new songs. The reason Y/n goes through this musical journey alone though is that he hates orders and douchebags. People who are only in it for money and fame disgust him deeply, because these people never built a connection with their fanbase. He told that to fans, interviewers, labels and other bands to make a name for himself and to keep himself grounded. The news always spread fast, but he isn't big on media. When he is in the news though, it's mainly positive because he supports charity organisations with the money he earns from the shows and record sales.

Y/n:" My parents would probably be proud of me, if they weren't so delusional. Calling me the black sheep of the family because I didn't follow their footsteps. So? I love music, plus I sometimes do huntsman missions...They're just not seeing right."

So while Y/n is making his breakfast, Team RWBY is in class already, concentrating on the test they have at the moment. The excitement from last night isn't gone yet though as they all look forward to the concert coming up. Yang is happily thinking about what she would ask while Ruby, Weiss and Blake are more focussed on the sheet of paper in front of them. Doctor Oobleck is checking the time over and over again, reminding the students that there are only five minutes left. It does go through, but some people still are doing other things since they finished their papers and brought them to their professors desk. For others, it's more difficult to fullfil the task, but they do it just in time to turn the tests in. Before Oobleck can say anything though, a certain blonde raises her hand.

Oobleck:" what is it, Miss Xiao-Long?"

Yang:" Do you remember a certain student from a few years before?"

Oobleck:" Could you please elaborate?"

Yang:" I mean a big guy, E/c eyes, H/c hair and beard, S/c skin."

Oobleck:" Y/n L/n is who you mean. Of course I remember."

Weiss:" How was he? I mean as a student."

Oobleck:" He was...different to say the least. Y/n was a real daydreamer whenever tests were done. Or when he wasn't fighting in combat class. The young man was really smart though. Grimm and Faunus history were two of his favorite subjects just like combat class. He excelled in many exams, but sometimes I had the impression that something bad was going on behind the scenes."

Ruby:" Like what?"

Oobleck:" I don't wanna jump to any conclusions, but does anyone know the motives behind his songs?"

The green haired man then observes every student, but nobody could give him an answer. He sighs and then starts a projector. A few seconds later he pulls up the video of the song 'Black Honey', a cover of another famous band called 'Thrice.

Oobleck:" This song is representing the battles between human and Faunus in different kingdoms. The title is a euphemism for oil, one of the most important resources in this world. I'll show you what he means with his lyrics."

He then pulled up a clip of Y/n in an interview, talking about that same song and the symbolism of it.

(Article about the song: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Honey_(song))

Y/n(video):" The song spawned from an image that popped into my head: someone continually swatting at a swarm of bees to get their honey, but somehow not understanding why they would sting back in return. It seemed to be a fitting metaphor for much of Atlas' foreign policy. We keep doing the same things and expecting to get something good out of it. We've built problem on problem on problem, and now we find ourselves with the White Fang or the Atlas military and people are like—maybe we'll do more of the same! It hasn't worked yet: so maybe we need more of holistic approach to what we're doing."

A slight shock runs through the whole class as Oobleck pulls up the video of Y/n performing the song. He looks serious in the thumbnail before the song really starts. Many people are intrigued by the instrumentals, others by the vocals and the last part of the class by both and much more. Y/n is someone who makes people aware of Remnants' problems while packeging it in chords and melodies. Every major or minor problem concerns him, even when his own life is going down the drain.

Oobleck:" I hope you can see the message behind what he's saying. What he's describing is a major issue in our world. Consider seeing his live shows either by buying tickets and going there or by watching them online. Or maybe you wanna buy his records. Either way, our time is done for today. Onto the next class with you."

A moment later the bell rings and students get out of the room pretty quickly. Team RWBY and Team JNPR are staying a bit behind thinking about the stuff they just got told. It's quite a lot to compensate as the teenagers walk across the hallway. The first one to speak is Ren.

Ren:" I never was that aware of how bad it could be because of natural resources. Do you think it will change soon?"

Weiss:" I don't know. The conflict between humans and Faunus goes on practically forever. I wish it would end soon, so we can restore order in Remnant."

Pyrrah:" This man. Is he...really concerned about these things? I-I mean because others just use these problems as excuses to get noticed."

Yang:" Trust me, he is serious. I saw his social media profiles a few times and he was adressing the issues at the borders, the Faunus slavery and the crimes of the White Fang. Y/n L/n is dedicated to what he does."

Blake:" I hope you're right. This video we saw was enlightening for me. There is definately more to him than I first chose to believe."

Yang:" I told you. And we will enjoy the show tonight."

Jaune:" Wait, you guys will be at his concert?"

Yang:" Yeah. I got tickets for our team, so we can spend some time out of here."

Pyrrah:" That's lovely. We will be there as well."

Weiss:" No way! You guys like his music?"

Nora:" Damn right. I even have a few shirts from earlier tours he did. And Ren has a few posters of him with his guitar."

Ren:" He is an artist after all. I admire got craftsmanship."

The chat just goes on through the whole break and even the rest of the day, discussing certain songs, music videos, analyzing interviews and so on. The eight students even do some karaoke of Y/ns' music. 

The man himself is done with breakfest now and looks at the sheet of paper he has in front of him. His E/c eyes fly over the setlist again and again, trying to find a spot for Black Honey. He released it a while back but rarely plays it live.

Y/n:" I need to put it somewhere. Gasoline is my opener. Fake it is my closing song and everything in between must stay, although.........Yeah, I guess I can scratch one break from it and perform the song then. Good, set is done. Onto my outfit..."

He then walks into his bedroom that is already cleaned and tidied up as far as that goes. His wardrobe is jsut a regular piece of furniture. Nothing special. The colors that greet him are all over the board, but still coordinated with the rest.

Y/n:" Hmmmmm.....Maybe that shirt."

Y/n:"...paired with...theeese pants."

Y/n:" And those shoes..."

Y/n:" Yeah, that's good for tonight. I just have to get to the soundcheck and then the show can start."

------ Timeskip 8:30 p.m. -----

The masses have gathered, the lights are dimmed down so far and everyone seems to have a good view on the stage. There isn't much to see, except for the speaker cabs, the amp and the artist himself, Y/n L/n holding his guitar. He smiles brightly as a spotlight shines down on him and he can look into the crowd who is cheering for him. He loves the energy and lets out a loud and friendly chuckle as he begins to play his usual opener, firing up his fans. Team RWBY and JNPR can be seen about in the middle of the masses, wearing their respective rock outfits, whether it's leather, spikes or just some shades and T-Shirts. The most outstanding thing though is that Pyrrah and Weiss have their hair down as they watch Y/n perform.

Ruby:" How does he get the other instruments to play?"

Yang:" I think he uses the backing track for that, but I'm not complaining. He sounds great."

As the two look around they see Jaune playing air guitar, Nora is imitating the drums and Pyrrah surprisingly mimics the singing. They have to stiffle a laugh as the first song comes to an end. Y/n tells the engineer to switch the light back on for a moment as he pours himself a drink. The bottle is filled with a golden-brownish liquid that doesn't look like it's any good for people. But the way he drinks it is special. He takes a shot glass, fills it up and literally throws the alcohol down his throat.

Y/n:" Aahh. Alright, everyone! How are you doing?"

Cheers erupt all around him and people even clap for him as he praises them for being great. He looks through the crowd and spots eight peculiar individuals. A spotlight is focussed on them while he adresses the teens.

Y/n:" Hey, you guys. Are you Beacon students by any chance?"

Yang:" Yeah, it's our first year though."

Y/n:" I see. You guys got the rock style down. Looking good, ladies and gentlemen."

A short wave of embarrassment hits them because of the compliment as they focus on the man on stage again.

Y/n:" You know, I think you guys are gonna kick ass in the future. Keep it up! For us, for yourselves and for Remnant! Rock it!"

Yang(mind):" H-he said I look good. He complimented me!!!!"

Blake(mind):" I suppose I fit into the genre. And thanks for the compliment, Y/n."

Ruby(mind):" Ohmygoshhesaidwelookgood!"

Weiss(mind):" He seems nice. I have to get a question in before the show ends."

Y/n:" Give these guys a drink. It's on me tonight!"

Then the barkeeper brings all of them a matching drink, mostly no alcohol. Only for Yang, Blake and Pyrrah there is a veeery small tinge of the throat burning liquid, but other than that it's just to enjoy the show and to loosen up.

----- Halfway through the Show -----

Half of the set is already over, but now it's time for the most important song of the whole list. Y/n is currently tuning his guitar as he readies himself and moves the microphone closer to his mouth. He looks as serious as he was in the music video, so it must mean that there is a deeper meaning to the text he is about to sing.

Y/n:" Alright everybody, today I will perform a song I barely play live at all. Our world is important like each and everyone of us. It doesn't matter if we're human, Faunus, Android or anything else. We are a community, we are strong and we need to work together. We are greater than all this hate and abuse, neglegting, racism. We are one...This is Black Honey.

Y/n:"I keep swingin' my hand through a swarm of bees cause I
I want honey on my table
I keep swingin' my hand through a swarm of bees cause I
I want honey on my table

But I never get it right
No, I never get it right

I keep swingin' my hand through a swarm of bees
I can't understand why they're stingin' me
But I'll do what I want
I'll do what I please
I'll do it again 'til I've got what I need
I'll rip and smash through the hornet's nest
Do you understand I deserve the best?
'Til you do what I want
I'll do what I please
I'll do it again 'til I've got what I need

I try to stick this pin through a butterfly cause I
I like all the pretty colors
It just fell apart, so I flung it in the fire
To burn with all the others

Cause I never get it right
No, I never get it right

I keep swinging my hand through a swarm of bees
I can't understand why they're stinging me
But I'll do what I want
I'll do what I please
I'll do it again 'til I've got what I need
I'll rip and smash through the hornet's nest
Do you understand I deserve the best?
'Til you do what I want
I'll do what I please
I'll do it again 'til I've got what I need

This time, I'll get it right
This time, I'll get it right
It's gonna be this time
I'll get it right
God, let it be this time
I get it right

So I'm cuttin' that branch off the cherry tree
Singin' this will be my victory
Then I
See them comin' after me
And they're followin me across the sea
And now they're stingin my friends and my family
And I
Don't know why this is happening
But I'll do what I want
I'll do what I please
I'll do it again 'til I've got what I need
I keep swingin' my hand through a swarm of bees cause I
I want honey on my table."

The live performance sounds even better than the recording and the volume doesn't drop either which makes it a nicer experience for everyone as Y/n lets the last note ring. He is taking off the shades he was wearing until now.

A few tears are rolling down his cheeks as some memories come back from a very bad time in his life and yet he doesn't let it hold him back. the smile is still present eventhough everyone hurts on the inside. He looks out into the far end of the room and then sits down on his chair after putting the guitar on a stand.

Y/n:" Onto the questions. Who's got one?"

Random Fan:" What is violence to you?"

Y/n:" Interesting question. Violence is something that can give the wrong people the wrong kind of power. It makes the wrong people take control over something. Like when the great war was happening. Each side fought for their view of what is right and yet, we are united as good as we can. I'd love to have literally everyone united, but people can't jump over their own shadow. Also, I hate people who abuse each other or their kids. Come on, man. A kid doesn't deserve that kind of suffering. A kid is supposed to bring joy and to receive love. Not violence and hate."

Another Fan:" Have you ever been abused? Or did you ever abuse anyone?"

Y/n:" I never abused anyone. I don't hurt innocent people. I couldn't forgive myself if I ever did...The other point is something I'm not comfortable talking about...It just brings back the worst memories in me."

Yang:" Are you single?"

Y/n:" That was unexpected, but yeah. I just never had any luck with the ladies. At least not for a long time...And well, I put these stories in my songs as well to cope with the pain of getting my heart broken over and over and over again........But I'm well so far."

Weiss:" When is your next album coming out?"

Y/n:" I can't name a specific date, but it will be released just in time for the Vytal festival....Alright, enough talking. Let's rock!"

And so the show carries on with more music and a few more questions. Of course there were simpler times in Y/ns' life. He could tell people face to face, but he prefers to make everyone interpret his lyrics for themselves in their own regards. most of the time there is a cold shower running down his spine in certain sections. Anyways Team RWBY and JNPR are enjoying themselves holding up lighters for the ballads while rocking out with the heavier stuff that is played. The fans are sweating, getting drunker and more exhausted. The headaches and every other kind of ache is to be expected for everyone and not anyone of them is complaining.